Otsego, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Otsego Police Department serves the city of Otsego, MI in Allegan County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 296 violent crimes and 203 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 123.5 per 100k residents, which is 16.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 24.7 per 100k, 84.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate123.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents296 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate24.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents203 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate24.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents154 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 123.5 | C | 296 | 106.2 | +16.3% |
| Property Crime | 24.7 | A | 203 | 163.6 | -84.9% |
| Larceny | 24.7 | A | 154 | 116.4 | -78.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plainwell | 3 miles | C 107.6 | B 107.6 | Violent: 12.9% lower Property: 335.5% higher |
| Allegan | 9 miles | C 97.3 | A 38.9 | Violent: 21.2% lower Property: 57.6% higher |
| Kalamazoo Township | 12 miles | C 115.3 | D 197.6 | Violent: 6.7% lower Property: 699.9% higher |
| Prairieville Township | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Kalamazoo | 14 miles | F 332.1 | F 325.2 | Violent: 168.9% higher Property: 1216.7% higher |